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Lionel Messi headlines list of six Argentina players with physical issues ahead of 2026 World Cup

Argentina's medical staff is working intensely with six players dealing with various physical issues, a list headlined by Lionel Messi, just 13 days before their 2026 World Cup opener against Algeria.
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/ 23 days ago

Spain’s biggest group threat gets weaker as Uruguay playmaker may miss the World Cup: Who can replace him and when?

Spain's group rivals Uruguay suffered a huge setback for the World Cup as they may not have Giorgian de Arrascaeta.
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/ 23 days ago

Why was the friendly between Haiti and New Zealand delayed ahead of the 2026 World Cup?

The game between Haiti and New Zealand, expected to kick off at 8 PM ET, suffered a sudden delay leaving the fans in awe.
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/ 23 days ago

Scaloni names 9 World Cup contenders alongside Argentina, leaves out Germany, Netherlands

Among the favorites to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Lionel Scaloni named 10 teams, including Argentina.
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Luis Suarez exclusion from Uruguay’s 2026 World Cup roster addressed by coach Marcelo Bielsa

Uruguay manager Marcelo Bielsa revealed the tactical reasons behind his decision to leave veteran striker Luis Suarez off the 2026 World Cup roster.
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‘All people seem to care about is goals’: Christian Pulisic reacts boldly to recent criticism after finally finding the net again ahead of 2026 World Cup kickoff

After months of questions about his form and a lengthy scoring drought that followed him through both club and international soccer, the American star finally responded to the pitch.
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2026 World Cup sets the stage for debut of new rules approved by FIFA

The 2026 World Cup will debut several rule changes approved by FIFA, specifically targeting systemic time-wasting and refining the analytical impact of VAR on the pitch.
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England land in the US with five absentees before World Cup warm-up against New Zealand

Five England players were absent as the England national team arrived in the United States ahead of its first warm-up match for the 2026 FIFA World Cup against New Zealand.
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‘Cristiano Ronaldo will get penalties like Messi in Qatar’: Uruguay icon Lugano makes bold World Cup prediction about Portugal

Uruguay icon Diego Lugano made a bold World Cup prediction on Portugal, claiming that "Cristiano Ronaldo will get penalties like Lionel Messi in Qatar."
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Argentina rivals Austria suffer major World Cup blow as Christoph Baumgartner is ruled out with injury

One of Argentina's opponents at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Austria, will be without their biggest star, Christoph Baumgartner.
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Good news for Argentina as Julian Alvarez and Cristian Romero recover from injuries for 2026 World Cup

Julian Alvarez and Cristian Romero are fully cleared to compete for Argentina at the 2026 World Cup after recovering from their respective injuries.
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/ 23 days ago

Video: Neymar arrives in the US with Brazil amid uncertainty over World Cup status

Brazil arrived in the United States for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Neymar included in the squad.
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Scaloni explains Messi’s 2026 World Cup workload management following injury with Inter Miami

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni addressed Lionel Messi's physical condition following his recent injury with Inter Miami and detailed how the staff plans to manage his minutes during the 2026 World Cup.
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Lionel Messi reportedly sidelined from main group during Argentina’s first World Cup training session

With Argentina completing its first World Cup training session, Lionel Messi has been reportedly sidelined from the main group of players, following an specific recovering program.
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Lamine Yamal to wear No. 19 for World Cup debut just like Lionel Messi: Who gets Spain’s No. 10?

Mirroring Lionel Messi, Lamine Yamal has been assigned with the number 19 for his first World Cup, leaving Spain's number 10 to another star teammate.